Student Research Assistant

at  McGill University

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The Department of Bioengineering is looking to hire a graduate student research assistant to support the biomanufacturing non thesis program curriculum in new tools implementation.

Main responsibilities include

• Research advanced software and virtual reality tools to support and enrich teaching of biomanufacturing courses in upstream, downstream and process analytical technology and data sciences concepts and contribute to advanced training of students prior to completing their industrial internship.
• Participate in administering related research and provide feedback and updates to the program supervisor
• Assess the outcomes of these tools in term of reinforcing the courses graduate attributes particularly in the design and optimization of biological processes. And contribute to the acquisition of licenses for the selected tools.
• Contribute to the installation of the software and electronic tools on available hardware in the Bioengineering dept as well as the engineering microcomputing facility to enable access to all students from the Biomanufacturing Program as well as under-graduate students of the Bioengineering Dept.
• Provide support to students access to these new tools
• Assist in the development and organization of research materials for the bioinformatic courses, including compiling and summarizing information

Qualifications

• Currently a registered graduate student at McGill University (MSc or PhD) in Biological, Biochemical or Chemical Engineering.
• Knowledge of biomanufacturing educational tools for Process Sciences and Technology (PSAT)
• Experience / know how of the following software: SuperPro Designer, Matlab-Simulink, GoSilico, COBRA…is an added value
• Experience with software for Bioprocess design and operation are required.
• Good communication skills
• Excellent command of English

Number of hours per week: 15 hours
Expected Start date: Aug 19 2024
Expected end date: Nov 23 2024
Per hour rate: $ 20
Hourly Salary:
$20.00
Hours per Week:
15 (Part time)
Location:
McConnell Eng. Bldg.
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
2024-08-19
Position End Date:
2024-11-23
Deadline to Apply:
2024-08-15
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca

• Research advanced software and virtual reality tools to support and enrich teaching of biomanufacturing courses in upstream, downstream and process analytical technology and data sciences concepts and contribute to advanced training of students prior to completing their industrial internship.
• Participate in administering related research and provide feedback and updates to the program supervisor
• Assess the outcomes of these tools in term of reinforcing the courses graduate attributes particularly in the design and optimization of biological processes. And contribute to the acquisition of licenses for the selected tools.
• Contribute to the installation of the software and electronic tools on available hardware in the Bioengineering dept as well as the engineering microcomputing facility to enable access to all students from the Biomanufacturing Program as well as under-graduate students of the Bioengineering Dept.
• Provide support to students access to these new tools
• Assist in the development and organization of research materials for the bioinformatic courses, including compiling and summarizing informatio